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The Essex Inn

3.5 star property
Beach bed & breakfast with free breakfast and a bar

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Front of property
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Premium bedding, free minibar, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds
Premier Suite, 1 Queen Bed | Private kitchen
The Essex Inn sits alongside a river, providing a charming getaway where guests can connect with nature. Travelers appreciate the complimentary in-room WiFi, relax with books from the library, and gather at the bar for drinks after exploring the grounds.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Premier Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, free minibar, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Premier Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premier Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace | Premium bedding, free minibar, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Premier Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

Highlights

Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace | Premium bedding, free minibar, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Highlights

Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, free minibar, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen

Premier Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen | Premium bedding, free minibar, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Premier Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Premier Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Premier Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, free minibar, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Premier Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Premier Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Premier Suite, 1 Queen Bed | Private kitchen

Premier Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 Queen Bed

Premier Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, free minibar, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Premier Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
203 Duke St, Tappahannock, VA, 22560

What's nearby

  • Tappahannock Historic District - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Rappahannock River Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Hobbs Hole Golf Course - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Riverside Tappahannock Hospital - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

  • Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen Grill & Chill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Essex Inn

Bed & breakfast by the river
At The Essex Inn, you can look forward to free cooked-to-order breakfast, a garden, and a library. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a fireplace in the lobby and a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, barbecue grills, and 1 meeting room
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, concierge services, and a TV in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at The Essex Inn have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free stocked minibars and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1851
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should be aware that cats reside at this property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 15.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 25 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 11 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 15.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests should be aware that several cats reside at this property.

We should mention

Children 11 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Essex Inn Tappahannock
Essex Tappahannock
The Essex Inn Tappahannock
The Essex Inn Bed & breakfast
The Essex Inn Bed & breakfast Tappahannock

Frequently asked questions

Is The Essex Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this bed & breakfast allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 15.00 per stay and a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Essex Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Essex Inn?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM.

What time is check-out at The Essex Inn?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is The Essex Inn located?

Situated in Tappahannock, this beach bed & breakfast is within a 5-minute walk of Tappahannock Historic District and Rappahannock River Park. Coleman Island and Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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